We are seeking a
Key Account Controller / Operations Executive
to manage end-to-end sea freight operations. The ideal candidate will have strong industry knowledge, with hands-on experience handling both import and export shipments while working closely with customers, shipping lines, and booking agents to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage and oversee end-to-end import and export sea freight operations.
Coordinate directly with customers, shipping lines, and booking agents to ensure smooth shipment processes.
Handle shipment documentation, bookings, and operational follow-ups.
Maintain strong client relationships and provide timely updates throughout the shipment lifecycle.
Ensure operational accuracy, compliance, and adherence to internal processes.
Monitor shipment progress, resolve issues proactively, and maintain service quality standards.
Requirements:
Minimum 5 years of experience in logistics, with strong exposure to sea freight operations.
Proven experience handling both import and export processes.
Knowledge of Southeast Asia logistics markets and shipping practices.
Solid industry experience with the ability to work independently in a senior operational role.
Hands-on experience liaising with customers, shipping lines, and booking agents.
Experience using CargoWise is a strong advantage.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple shipments simultaneously.
Prior experience in a Key Account, Operations, or Sea Freight Controller role is preferred.
Interested candidates are invited to send in your Resume in MS Word Format stating your past work experience, reasons for each job move, and your past and expected salary.
We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
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EA Personnel Number: Felicia Giovani (R2199602)
MOM EA License: 19C9782
Cultivar Asia Pte Ltd
Cultivar Staffing & Search is a home-grown, result-driven and award-winning staffing & search firm based in Singapore. Started off as an Executive Search firm focusing in recruiting Chief Financial Officers (CFO), we have grown from strength to strength over the years. From covering the Accounting & Finance sector, we now have a broader specializations in IT & Technology, Engineering, Pharmaceutical and Corporate Support functions.
Our name Cultivar reflects our approach to recruitment. Just as cultivars (in botany term) are carefully selected and nurtured to produce the best results, we take the time to understand our clients’ unique requirements and carefully match them with the right candidates through through the use of effective tools, driven by our well-trained team of in-house recruiters.
We love achievements, and ours come after our stakeholders'. We are recognized by clients and candidates alike, in the form of testimonials, industry-awards, and social media reviews. Since our inception, we have won awards from the HR Vendor of the Year (VOTY) organzied by Human Resources Online:
1. Best New Recruitment Firm 2020 - Silver
2. Best New Recruitment Firm 2021 - Bronze
3. Local Hero 2023 - Gold
4. Best Recruitment Portal 2023 - Silver
The recognitions were a testament of our commitment to our clients as a vendor of choice and reliability. This is built on the company’s firm belief that great organizations are driven by high calibre people. Our conviction is to make that connection and be an enabler of organizational excellence in South-east Asia.
At Cultivar, success is cultivated – one at a time!